Maple Leaf Furniture Collection

Learn how to catch Maple Leaves and craft the exclusive Maple Leaf Furniture DIYs in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Don't miss this limited-time event!

Hey there! So, you're looking to snag some of that super cute Maple Leaf Furniture in Animal Crossing: New Horizons? It's a really special collection that only pops up for a short while, so you'll want to be ready. Let's get you prepped so you don't miss out!

How to Get Maple Leaves

First things first, you need to catch the actual Maple Leaves. These little guys only fall from trees during a specific window: from November 16th to 25th in the northern hemisphere, and May 16th to 25th in the southern hemisphere. That's a pretty tight schedule, so make sure you hop on your island during those dates!

Isabelle will usually give you a heads-up when the leaves start dropping. Keep an eye out around your island – you'll see big, orange leaves fluttering down from the trees. They're super easy to spot! When you see one, just whip out your net and catch it. Seriously, it's that simple.

While they don't usually hide, there might be times when they're more common than others. But don't stress too much; you'll have plenty of chances to catch them throughout that week.

Fun fact: you can sell these leaves for 200 Bells each at Nook's Cranny. But honestly, it's way better to hold onto them since they're so rare and you'll need them for crafting!

How to Get Maple Leaf DIYs

Now, about those awesome DIY recipes for the furniture – here’s how you can get your hands on them:

• Balloons: Your best bet is to shoot down the colorful balloons that float across your island. Make sure your slingshot is always ready to go!
• Friends: Trading with friends is another great way to get DIYs. If they have duplicates or recipes you're missing, you can swap them. DIYs can be picked up on other islands, so don't forget this option!

Just a heads-up: while DIYs sometimes wash ashore in bottles, you won't find any Maple Leaf DIYs this way. They're exclusively found in balloons during this seasonal event.

Maple Leaf DIY Recipes & Materials

Here's a look at the gorgeous items you can craft and what you'll need:

What to Do if You Missed the Window

Oh no, did the leaf-falling season pass you by? Don't panic! You've still got a few tricks up your sleeve:

• Ask Friends: Reach out to your pals! They might be able to trade you some Maple Leaves or DIYs they've collected.
• Kapp'n's Boat Tours: While it's not guaranteed, taking a trip with Kapp'n might lead you to an island with Maple Leaves. Since we know there are islands for other seasons (like Cherry Blossoms), it's a good bet there could be one for Maple Leaves too!
• Time Travel: If you're comfortable with it, you can always adjust your Nintendo Switch's clock to the dates when the leaves are falling. Just remember to sell any turnips you might have before you do this, so you don't lose out on your profits!